Filip Hrgović (33 years old, 20-1) defeated Dave Allen in the third round in Allen's hometown of Doncaster. The fight was between two boxers at vastly different skill levels. Hrgović established a distance and precisely targeted Allen in the first two rounds. In the third round, he cornered Allen and unleashed a barrage of punches. Despite taking heavy blows to the head, Allen did not fall and was saved from a knockout by his corner throwing in the towel.

Hrgović's Upcoming Match

Allen addressed his fans, apologizing for the disappointment and acknowledging that Hrgović was superior. He then announced a fight that was arranged almost immediately after this match: Hrgović against "the new Mike Tyson," Moses Itauma (21 years old, 14-0), scheduled for August 8 at the London O2 Arena. The fight is being promoted by Queensberry Promotions, one of the most powerful boxing promotion firms in the world.

Allen's Take on the Upcoming Match

"It's a very interesting fight. Hrgović is really good, big, and a strong puncher with a great direct. He’s good in everything. I think he could beat someone as quick as Itauma, who is faster than me. It won't be an easy fight, so this will be a completely different match. Hrgović is ranked fifth in the world for a reason. Itauma will be his first real test," Allen stated.